Title: Church Girl Author: Naima Simone Genre: Contemporary Romanc e Tropes: Opposites Attract, Grumpy/Sunshine Nanny/Single Dad, Runaway Bride, Tattoo Artist Publisher: Afterglow Books by Harlequin Release Date: November 26, 2024 BLURB She’s a preacher’s daughter, a runaway bride and now the (not quite) qualified nanny for a sexy tattoo artist with a beautiful daughter—and a dirty mouth. What’s a bad boy to do with a woman like her? Everything… Aaliyah Montgomery isn’t just ditching her wedding. She’s also fleeing her suffocating small town and her family’s expectations. She’s got plans—for college, for finding herself. But landing a job in Chicago that fits her schedule isn’t easy. Good thing Von Howard is desperate to find a live-in nanny. Bad thing that he’s a gritty, grumpy, gorgeous tattoo artist carrying as much baggage as he has ink. Von’s new hire is inexperienced and a fire hazard in the kitchen. She’s also all thick curls, thicker curves, and a distracting mix ...

Stranded and Seduced Emmy Grayson (The Diamond Club, #8) Publication date: July 23rd 2024 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance In this red-hot forced-proximity romance from Emmy Grayson, if they can’t escape one another, what chance do they have of resisting one another? He doesn’t want his inheritance… but he does want her! Griffith Lykaois has rejected his family’s billion-dollar legacy. It’s a fitting punishment for his guilt over his father’s death. Only, estate lawyer Rosalind Sutton won’t quit. Amid a raging storm, the infuriatingly alluring woman is on his remote château doorstep determined he claim his inheritance. Rosalind needs Griffith’s signature; the career she put her life on hold for depends on it. But stranded alone with the brooding tycoon, there’s no way innocent Rosalind can escape her response to their intoxicating clashes… The question is, does Rosalind even want to? From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. ...

Her Fake Boyfriend Heatherly Bell (Charming, Texas, #7) Published by: Harlequin Special Edition Publication date: July 23rd 2024 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance Her Prince Charming… In a make-believe fairy tale? Talented divorce attorney and town newcomer Michelle LaCroix needs roots in Charming to make partner, according to her old-fashioned boss. And that means a boyfriend! Problem is, she’s got to produce her beau in the flesh. Enter the town’s most eligible bachelor, former professional athlete Finn Sheridan, who’s only too happy to play pretend with his best friend’s ex—for a price. To his surprise, the more he’s thrown together with Michelle, the more he’s intrigued by a woman who’s far more than her ice-queen exterior. But with Finn’s trust still shattered by a brutal divorce, the make-believe match is just a fun diversion…until it becomes all too real! From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Goodreads / Amazon /...

The Prince She Kissed in Paris Scarlett Clarke (Harlequin Romance) Publication date: June 25th 2024 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance What happens when an architect has to work with the far-too-tempting prince she shared one magical evening with in Paris? Find out in Scarlett Clarke’s debut for Harlequin Romance! ONE STARLIT NIGHT IN PARIS… Architect Maddie is still thinking about her steamy kiss with a stranger when she walks into her meeting the next morning… And finds her new client, Nicholai, is that stranger and a prince! No matter how incredible the attraction, he’s now completely off-limits. He’s her boss, a dutiful royal and she’s sworn off men. But when their inevitable second kiss is caught on camera, there’s only one solution to the impending scandal—faking their engagement! From Harlequin Romance: Be swept away by glamorous and heartfelt love stories. Goodreads / Amazon / Barnes & Noble / iBooks / Kobo — DEAR READER Dear Reader, THE PRINCE SHE ...

An Heir Made in Hawaii Emmy Grayson Published by: Harlequin Presents Publication date: December 26th 2023 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance Tough negotiations turn to tempestuous nights in this surprise-baby romance by Emmy Grayson. Claiming his baby… after one hot Hawaiian night! Anika Pierce refuses to have her family hotel swallowed into tycoon Nicholas Lassard’s property portfolio, despite his offers. Their heated negotiations in Hawaii lead them to his penthouse. One electrifying encounter won’t change Anika’s mind…but discovering she’s pregnant might! Nicholas never planned to be a father. Yet, on hearing Anika’s bombshell, he vows to give his child the happy upbringing he never had—which means winning over the woman who challenges him at every turn. Except to do that, he must admit that their connection runs far deeper than their scorching passion… From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Goodreads / Amazon / Barne...

Once Upon a Charming Bookshop Heatherly Bell (Charming, Texas, #6) Published by: Harlequin Special Edition Publication date: November 28th 2023 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Holiday, Romance Time to rewrite their story? He’d always simply been her best friend. But when Noah Cahill moved back to town, bookstore owner Twyla Thompson knew something was different. Was it holiday memories of the loss they’d both shared or Noah’s surprising decision to reignite a dangerous career? Their solid friendship had been through so much, yet now Twyla grew breathless every time Noah was near. Why wasn’t Noah—handsome, fun, but never one to cross the line—showing any signs of stopping? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Charming, Texas Book 1: Winning Mr. Charming Book 2: The Charming Checklist Book 3: A Charming Christmas Arrangement Book 4: A Charming Single Dad Book 5: A Charming Doorstep Baby Book 6: Once Upon a Charming Bookshop ...

His Assistant’s New York Awakening Emmy Grayson Published by: Harlequin Presents Publication date: October 24th 2023 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance Will the CEO be able to resist when she lays her passion on the boardroom table? Find out in this steamy office romance from Emmy Grayson. He’s utterly off-limits… and the only man she’s ever wanted! Temporary assistant Evolet Grey has precisely the skills and experience to help Damon Bradford win the biggest contract in his company’s history. But she’s also maddeningly attractive and testing the iron grip the Manhattan CEO always has on his self-control… Putting her needs first has never come easily to innocent Evolet. But she can barely think straight in her new boss’s presence! She’d be putting everything on the line by revealing the powerful attraction Damon has awoken, but would walking away from it be the biggest risk of all? From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Goo...

The Vet’s Shelter Surprise Elle Douglas Published by: Harlequin Special Edition Publication date: October 24th 2023 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, LGBTQ+, Romance An unlikely volunteer… Saving more than the shelter! When Georgia O’Neill bursts into the Sunset County Animal Shelter, wary veterinarian Mel Carter doesn’t know what’s hit her. But soon, Georgia’s California rays of sunshine are lighting up even the darkest parts of Mel’s heart, still raw after a heart-wrenching betrayal. Still, PR pro Georgia is set only on rehabbing her image while cleaning out her beloved aunt’s cottage. Mel’s life in rural Canada can’t possibly compete with LA glamour…can it? From Harlequin Special Edition: Believe in love. Overcome obstacles. Find happiness. Goodreads / Amazon / Barnes & Noble / iBooks / Kobo / Google Play — EXCERPT: “Alright. Follow me,” Mel said, leading Georgia down the bright hallway toward the back room. Time to see how she’d do with their resident reptile...

Her Best Friend’s Brother Yahrah St. John (Six Gems, #1) Published by: Harlequin Desire Publication date: December 27th 2022 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance Childhood friends become forbidden lovers in this sexy start to the Six Gems series from Yahrah St. John. Their fiery affair fulfills her fantasies… And puts everything at risk. When travel blogger Wynter Barrington’s wealthy, disapproving family cuts her off, she finds comfort in a passionate chance encounter with Riley Davis, her best friend’s brother. He’s hot as hell…and totally off-limits. And when they meet again months later, they begin a sizzling affair. Wynter knows Riley doesn’t do love and marriage, but her youthful crush is feeling more and more like a real relationship. If she’s not careful, Wynter may put more than her relationship with her best friend on the line. Can she survive falling in love with the one man she was never supposed to touch? Goodreads / Amazon / Barnes & Noble / iBooks ...

A Valentine for Christmas Reese Ryan (Valentine Vineyards, #1) Published by: Harlequin Desire Publication date: November 29th 2022 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Holiday, Romance Opposites do more than attract when an older woman falls for a younger man in Reese Ryan’s brand-new Harlequin Desire series, Valentine Vineyards! A red-hot romance between a career-focused woman and a determined younger man? Doctor’s orders! Dr. Julian Brandon is too charming, too sexy and too young for Chandra Valentine. But after the successful bachelor rescues her—twice—she owes him. Still reeling from life-changing family revelations, Chandra somehow agrees to pose as Julian’s girlfriend. And now the irresistible Julian has plans that start with seduction under the mistletoe and end with their fake relationship erupting into a scorching affair. Now Chandra’s questioning everything she believed about love… From Harlequin Desire: A luxurious world of bold encounters and sizzling chemistry. You’l...

The Prince’s Pregnant Secretary Emmy Grayson (The Van Ambrose Royals, #2) Published by: Harlequin Presents Publication date: October 25th 2022 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance In this royal baby romance by Emmy Grayson, becoming pregnant with the prince’s heir was completely unexpected! One night. One baby. One royal wedding! Though Clara Stephenson takes five different pregnancy tests, she’s still unprepared for the result: she’s carrying her royal boss’s baby! The last thing that Clara wants is to become Prince Alaric’s convenient princess when the painful memories of her previous relationship still remain. Making Clara his bride is the only way for Alaric to save his heir from a scandal-filled childhood like his own. But when their honeymoon reminds Clara and Alaric of the desire that led them to the altar, will they realize that more than duty binds them? From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds. Read all The Van Ambrose...